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They Called Him “Crooked Cohen”

The DisInformation Chronicle • 405 implied HN points • 01 Mar 24
📰 News Misinformation Journalism Pandemic Science Writing
  1. The COVID pandemic exposed flaws in science writing, with inaccurate reporting on various issues like vaccines, masks, and the origin of the virus.
  2. It is crucial to distinguish between science writing and journalism, as science writers often rely on experts' opinions without conducting investigative reporting.
  3. The case of Jon Cohen, labeled 'Crooked Cohen,' showcases a prime example of misleading pandemic science writing, emphasizing the importance of accurate and unbiased reporting.

With Revenues Declining, Corporate Media Demand Substack Censorship

Public • 515 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
📰 News Social media Censorship Trust Journalism Criticism
  1. Corporate media is pressuring Substack for censorship due to declining revenues, but claims of widespread Nazism on the platform are exaggerated.
  2. A journalist revealed inaccuracies in an article that sparked the anti-Substack campaign, highlighting errors in claims about a writer's earnings through the platform.
  3. Mainstream media's coordinated attack on Substack, framing it as a platform for Nazis, aims to undermine its threat to legacy media, resembling past efforts seen with social media giants like Facebook and Twitter.
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Hello and an Update

Zero Day • 1283 implied HN points • 06 Apr 23
📰 News Journalism Surveillance Government Surveillance
  1. Kim Zetter is working on various projects that are taking longer than expected.
  2. She is co-teaching a course about government surveillance and classified leaks at Johns Hopkins SAIS.
  3. Students in the course show a deep understanding of surveillance nuances and the importance of balancing security with civil liberties.

Jobs and Opps at Cyclist, The News Movement, Bloomberg, Hackney Citizen, The Know, and Many, Many More 🧳

Journo Resources - The Opportunities • 257 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
💼 Business Jobs Opportunities Journalism Media Production
  1. Last chance to pre-order the 2024 magazine from Journo Resources before sales close in four days.
  2. Various job opportunities in journalism available, such as staff writer positions at Cyclist and correspondent roles at The News Movement.
  3. Numerous events and awards deadlines coming up, including the GG2 Leadership Awards and the Sigma Awards.

Fraudulent DMCA Takedown Submitted to Hide Details of Felony Domestic Violence Arrest of Premise CEO Delwin Maury Blackman

All-Source Intelligence Fusion • 590 implied HN points • 20 Nov 23
📰 News Legal issues Crime Journalism Ethics
  1. A fraudulent DMCA takedown request was submitted to hide details of a CEO's felony domestic violence arrest.
  2. The fraudulent request involved purposefully sloppy English and impersonation of the author.
  3. Despite the request's clear falsity, the hosting service complied to minimize legal liability.

Book excerpt: Death Row Welcomes You, by Steven Hale

The Watch • 366 implied HN points • 11 Mar 24
📚 Literature Journalism Storytelling Ethics Humanity Injustice
  1. Tennessee has increased its rate of executions recently, despite questions about the fairness and transparency of the process.
  2. Journalists covering the death penalty face challenges in maintaining objectivity and dealing with the emotional toll of witnessing executions.
  3. The book 'Death Row Welcomes You' by Steven Hale sheds light on the humanity and compassion present in the community of people who connect with death row inmates, despite the harsh reality of the system.

Athletes Doing the Trump Dance, Sports Journos Going to BlueSky

House of Strauss • 41 implied HN points • 20 Nov 24
🎾 Sports Athletes Journalism Media Politics Social media
  1. There is a growing separation between athletes and sports journalists. It seems like journalists are feeling pushed out or disconnected from the athletes they cover.
  2. Many sports journalists are leaving Twitter/X for a new platform called BlueSky. This shift shows concerns about the current social media landscape and its impact on communication.
  3. The changing dynamics in the sports world reflect broader societal shifts. Athletes are taking control of their narratives while traditional media is struggling to keep up.

German Newspaper Forces Correction at Science Magazine, While Americans Ignore Study That Undermines Market Theory for Pandemic Origin

The DisInformation Chronicle • 375 implied HN points • 15 Feb 24
🔬 Science Research Statistics Virology Journalism
  1. A German newspaper forced Science Magazine to correct a study about the pandemic origin, while American science writers ignored new research questioning the study's validity.
  2. The Science Magazine study, claiming the pandemic began in a wet market, was criticized for its statistical methodology by experts from Germany and Hong Kong, raising doubts about its conclusions.
  3. Independent experts confirmed the criticism of the study, highlighting flaws in the statistical analysis and describing Science Magazine's handling of the methodology as careless and unprofessional.

The real media crisis

Men Yell at Me • 151 implied HN points • 27 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Journalism Political Scandals Cultural critique Public Opinion
  1. There's a crisis in the media where younger journalists are seen as 'too soft' by some bosses. They feel that newer journalists don't have the same grit as before.
  2. The recent media issue from NY Mag didn't mention their own scandal, highlighting a lack of accountability in the industry.
  3. Many media leaders are using this moment to anonymously share their frustrations instead of addressing the larger issues.

First Floor #203 – Looking in the Mirror

First Floor • 176 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🎶 Music Reviews Electronic Music Journalism
  1. Many recent articles have highlighted challenges faced by music journalism, especially in the era of streaming and social media.
  2. Former Resident Advisor editor Ray Philp offers constructive criticism on music reviews and suggests potential improvements.
  3. Music journalists are exploring solutions to industry challenges, such as declining demand for music news and the evolving media landscape.

Saluting Doug Feaver

Christopher’s Newsletter • 334 implied HN points • 26 Sep 23
📰 News Journalism Media Ethics Legacy
  1. Doug Feaver emphasized the importance of getting the story right in journalism, even if it meant taking more time.
  2. He believed in clarity and integrity in journalism, distinguishing between paid content and independent reporting.
  3. Doug Feaver valued human connection and understanding in the field of journalism, making colleagues feel like family.

Friday brief exclusive: Fire chief candidate under investigation by police watchdog

NN Journal • 178 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
📰 News Investigation Local government Crime Elections Journalism
  1. The fire chief candidate is under investigation by the police watchdog for behavior during her time as deputy chief constable.
  2. North Northamptonshire Council is facing scrutiny for a planning fiasco involving a warehouse approval mix-up.
  3. A University of Northampton student has been sentenced to prison for the murder of another student during a drug dispute.

3 médias bonus

L'Atelier Galita • 199 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
📰 News Media Journalism Funding Politics Online Platforms
  1. The Media is an alternative cooperative media outlet with a focus on independence, collaboration, and diversity.
  2. The Media faced challenges with funding due to a dysfunctional economic model and a shift towards advertising.
  3. Blast, a media outlet created by a former dissident of The Media, gained more popularity despite both facing similar issues.

The Work of the Truth

Oliver Bateman Does the Work • 157 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
📰 News Misinformation AI Journalism Internet Content creation
  1. Misinformation online can be rampant and dangerous, especially when created by exploiting the absence of accurate information.
  2. AI-generated content is becoming more prevalent, but it often sacrifices accuracy for speed and efficiency.
  3. Access to reliable information may become a privilege, leading to an information divide between those who can afford it and those who can't.

Introducing Geopolitical Economy Report: Multipolarista is evolving

Geopolitical Economy Report • 378 implied HN points • 08 Jan 23
🌍 World Politics Economics Media Analysis Journalism
  1. Multipolarista has evolved into Geopolitical Economy Report, a new independent media outlet for original journalism and analysis on international politics and economics.
  2. Geopolitical Economy Report is expanding with new team members and exciting projects planned including a regular show featuring economists like Michael Hudson and Radhika Desai.
  3. Editor-in-chief Ben Norton explains the changes and continuity in a video and podcast available on the platform.

Science Magazine’s Paper Advocating Market Origin for COVID Based on False Statistics

The DisInformation Chronicle • 270 implied HN points • 12 Feb 24
🔬 Science Virology Journalism Statistics
  1. A group of virologists, including Anthony Fauci, may have intentionally diverted attention away from a possible lab accident in Wuhan at the start of the pandemic.
  2. An analysis published in a British science journal has found that the Science Magazine study advocating for the market origin of COVID is based on flawed statistics, contradicting the claims made in the study.
  3. While American media has largely ignored the analysis questioning Science Magazine's study, German journalists, like those from the weekly science magazine Spektrum, have reported on it.

Review: "Brandon Sanderson Is Your God" by Wired

coldhealing • 255 implied HN points • 25 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Fantasy Journalism Literature Critique Empathy
  1. The article criticizes popular fantasy writer Brandon Sanderson for his perceived lack of depth in his works and personal life.
  2. The Wired article attacks Sanderson's character through ad hominem attacks rather than engaging with his literary merit.
  3. There is a comparison with a YouTube video that provides better journalism and artistic exploration than the Wired article.